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The Prime Minister dedicated to the nation and laid the foundation stone of development projects worth more than Rs 1150 crores in Kavaratti, Lakshadweep.

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•  The development projects cover a wide range of sectors including technology, energy, water resources, healthcare and education.
• The projects promise improved connectivity, sustainable solutions, and enhanced social services.

Development projects in Lakshadweep:

Fiber Optic Connectivity

• The PM inaugurated the Kochi-Lakshadweep Islands Submarine Optical Fiber Connection (KLI - SOFC) project, marking a significant leap in communication infrastructure.
• This initiative ensures internet speed enhancement by over 100 times, from 1.7 Gbps to 200 Gbps.
• The dedicated submarine optic fiber cable transforms Lakshadweep's connectivity landscape, facilitating faster and more reliable services in healthcare, education, e-governance, and digital banking.

Water Infrastructure

•  The Low Temperature Thermal Desalination (LTTD) plant at Kadmat, will generate 1.5 lakh liters of clean drinking water daily.
•  This pivotal project addresses Lakshadweep's water scarcity challenges, especially significant given the minimal availability of ground water due to its coral island nature.
•  The Functional Household Tap Connections (FHTC) in Agatti and Minicoy islands further contribute to strengthening the islands' water resources and supporting tourism-related opportunities.
• Under the Swadesh Darshan scheme, there is a development of water villa projects on Kadmat and Suheli islands.

 Renewable Energy

•  Lakshadweep also got its first-ever battery-backed solar power project in Kavaratti. This solar power plant aims to reduce dependency on traditional Diesel-based Power Generation, aligning with the government's commitment to sustainable and renewable energy solutions.
• The initiative enhances Lakshadweep's energy infrastructure while contributing to environmental conservation.

Healthcare, Education & social initiatives

•   Foundation stone was laid for the renovation of the Primary Health Care facility in Kalpeni. The construction of five model Anganwadi Centres also got initiated.
• The government distributed laptops to students and bicycles under Beti Bachao Beti Padhao.
•   PM Kisan Credit Cards were distributed to farmers and fishermen beneficiaries, reinforcing the government's support for agricultural and fishing communities.

Conclusion:

With its distinct beauty, Lakshadweep has the potential to be a major contributor to India's development, both in terms of tourism and local well-being. In this sense, the development projects are essential steps towards the growth of Lakshadweep, offering social empowerment, sustainable solutions, and better communication connection in the region.